
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA from $1,700 (28 Rentals)
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4880 Sandyland Rd, Unit 27

Costa Del Mar

Casa Romana

Seashell Apartments

1240 Franciscan Ct

3375 Foothill Rd, Unit 914
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640 Tabor Ln, Unit Studio

Villa Flores Apartments

510 Chapala St

817 Castillo St, Unit B

226 W De la Guerra St

214 W Ortega St

Alena on Haley
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226-232 W Mason St

405 Corona del Mar

Park East Apartments

Alta Vista Garden Apartments

203 Ladera St

Olive Street Lofts

Coronel Apartments
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Soltara

1105 N Milpas St

201 Ladera St

515 N Alisos St

438 Por La Mar Cir

2160 Ortega Hill Road LLC

Beachwalk
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Outer East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer East Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer East Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $3,050 | $2,875 | $3,250 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,318 | $2,100 | $5,950 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,967 | $3,195 | $7,500 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,140 | $4,600 | $7,550 |
| Outer East Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA.
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Cheapest Available Outer East Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer East Santa Barbara area of Carpinteria, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,525. Shepard Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,900. Here are the most affordable Outer East Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Carpinteria, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Shepard Place | 1 Bed Partial B | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $4,250 |
| El Jardin | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2D (mkt) | 2BR,2BA | $4,300 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,000 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer East Santa Barbara, CA
As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer East Santa Barbara area is the $3.88 price per square foot 605 W Anapamu St Model at 605 W Anapamu St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Outer East Santa Barbara apartment is the Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara starting at $7,500 with a $6.70 price per square foot in the Upper State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer East Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 605 W Anapamu St | 605 W Anapamu St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.88 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.59 |
| El Jardin | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom 2G | 2BR,1BA | $7.24 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.95 |
| Shepard Place | 1 Bed Partial B | 1BR,1BA | $4.74 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
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Best Local Schools in Outer East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer East Santa Barbara Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment is $2,525 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer East Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer East Santa Barbara is starting from $3,195 at Shepard Place.
What is the most affordable Outer East Santa Barbara Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer East Santa Barbara Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at El Jardin and starts from $4,600.
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